Here is a list of possible platforms (please add more):

  1. Weebly (http://www.weebly.com/)
  2. Google Sites (http://www.google.com/sites/help/intl/en/overview.html)
  3. Edublogs (http://edublogs.org/)


Eliminated from consideration:

  1. Wordpress/Buddypress (http://buddypress.org/)
    • Eliminated due to complex user interface.
  2. Squarespace (http://www.squarespace.com/)
    • Eliminated due to lack of educational pricing package.
  3. SnapPages (http://snappages.com/)
    • Eliminated due to lack of educational pricing package and emphasis on form over function.
  4. PBWorks (http://pbworks.com/content/edu-classroom-teachers)
    • Eliminated due to complexity of wiki format -- not enough structure.
  5. Ning (http://www.ning.com/)
    • Eliminated because focus is more on social networking and the educational plan requires payment upfront.
  6. Wikispaces (http://www.wikispaces.com/content/for/highered)
    • Eliminated due to complexity of wiki format -- not enough structure.